Rikki Tikki® Rouge Crapemyrtle

Rikki Tikki® Rouge is a compact crapemyrtle with red summer flowers and silvery-green foliage with deep purple new growth. It grows about 3–5 feet tall and wide, blooms in summer, and is listed for USDA zones 6–10. [current Proven Winners ColorChoice profile](https://www.provenwinnerscolorchoice.com/plant/rikki-tikki-rouge-crapemyrtle/) and [the earlier exact plant profile](https://www.provenwinners.com/plants/lagerstroemia/rikki-tikki-rouge-crapemyrtle-lagerstroemia-indica) ## Garden use Its small rounded habit suits a sunny border, low hedge, mass planting, or large container. The flowers and foliage give the shrub strong color even where a full-sized crapemyrtle would be too large. ## Siting and water Plant in full sun and use moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly while establishing and during prolonged dry weather; mulch can help retain soil moisture. The selection SMNLIMG is protected by U.S. plant patent PP31385, issued January 21, 2020. [Patent record](https://patents.justia.com/patents-by-issue-date/2020/01/21?page=12) ## Maintenance The compact habit usually needs little pruning when planted with room to mature. Remove damaged growth as needed and avoid topping the branches. [UF/IFAS pruning guidance](https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/ep399).